Meet Our Hygienist
Experience the gentle difference
Hygienists are the specialists who clean your teeth, take x-rays/digital impressions, Teeth Whitenings and perform a variety of other key tasks to assist the dentists on staff. Our team of hygienists are friendly and well-versed in all phases of oral hygiene and dentistry. Patients enjoy personalized care that informs and educates them on their unique oral health conditions and treatment needs.
Yelena V.
Hygienist and oral wellness specialist
important facts about dental hygienist
What Is a Dental Hygienist?
Dental hygienists are licensed oral health professionals who focus on preventing and treating oral diseases-both to protect teeth and gums, and also to protect patients' overall health. In addition to treating patients directly, dental hygienists may also work as educators, researchers, and administrators.
What Do Dental Hygienists Do?
Each state has its own specific regulations and the range of services performed by dental hygienists varies from one state to another. As part of dental hygiene services, dental hygienists may:
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perform oral health care assessments that include the review of patients' health history, dental charting, oral cancer screening, and evaluation of gum disease / health
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expose, process, and interpret dental radiographs (x-rays); remove plaque and calculus (“tartar”) from above and below the gumline using dental instruments
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apply cavity-preventive agents such as fluorides and sealants to the teeth; administer local anesthetics
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educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain healthy teeth and gums
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counsel patients about plaque control and developing individualized at-home oral hygiene programs
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counsel patients on the importance of good nutrition for maintaining optimal oral health.